Every work of art tells a story. As a piece begins to form, it begins to speak. Each piece takes on a life of its own. Every time art is viewed, it reveals something new.

–Erin Eveland, Rushville, IL

Current Exhibition

 

Exhibitions for 2015

Brief explanations and comments:

2015 gallery season

The WCIAC will pay the artist for work which is sold during an exhibit based on the posted price minus a commission of 20% for Member Artists and 30% for Non-Member Artists. Now might be a good time to become a Member. A yearly Individual Membership costs only $30, a Family Membership only $50, and a Youth Membership is $18.

Gallery hours: Tues.-Fri. 11-3 / Sat. 10-4.

Opening Receptions are for WCIAC Members and guests invited by the Members or the artists.  They will be held on the first Tuesday of the exhibit from 5-7 (unless otherwise posted).

All 2-D art and photos must be framed and ready to hang.  The WCIAC Gallery uses/provides  ‘S’  hooks for hanging.

Contact gallery@wciarts.org if you have any questions related to the gallery and/or exhibitions.

The WCI Arts Center presents seven to eight exhibits annually that showcase the diverse talents of visual artists in the West Central Illinois region.

February 3 – March 7, 2015

• The Artistic Statements and Exclamation Points of Wayne Bertola and Steve Carleson

March 10 – April 11, 2015

• Matt Myers: Works from the Black Toad Forge

April 14 – April 25, 2015

• Young Artist Series: Middle School & High School

April 28 – May 9, 2015

• Young Artist Series: Grade School

May 12 – June 6, 2015

• Birds of Hancock County, IL: by Phil Brevick

June 9 – July 4, 2015

• Show and Tell: Featuring the Carvings of Ken Epperson

This exhibition is a continuation of the popular A Few of Our Favorite Things series which emphasizes artwork from individual collections. This year we will feature the carvings of the late Kenneth Epperson. A person may loan one piece of original art for display from any of the normal media types (2-D, 3-D, photography, etc.). The piece must not be done by the contributor. Please register your piece by filling out the entry form online at our website www.wciarts.org. Be sure to include with your registration a written narrative of 250 words or less. The topic may cover the significance of the artwork, or a story about the piece, or why you like the piece. Also please include the Title / Artist / and Medium if known. Contact gallery@wciarts.org if you would like to include a piece in this exhibit.

July 21 – August 15, 2015

• Narrative Photography: The Flow of Life

All photographers are encouraged to share their interpretation of what contributes to the flow of life.  Cash prizes will be awarded. The entry fee of $15 for Members and $25 for Nonmembers is due upon delivery and acceptance of the work by the jury. You may submit up to 4 pieces. Please fill out the entry form online at our website www.wciarts.org.

August 18 – September 12, 2015

• Members & Friends

There is no entry fee for Members. A $15 hanging fee for Nonmembers is due upon delivery of the work.  You may submit up to 4 pieces. Please fill out the entry form online at our website www.wciarts.org

September 15 – October 17, 2015

• Emiquon Corp of Discovery

October 20 – November 21, 2015

• Unanswered Questions: Recent Works of Janice Rockwell

For more information,  please contact Dean Rockwell at gallery@wciarts.org